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Fresh Spring Rolls with Homemade Dipping Sauces Recipe

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Fresh Spring Rolls with perfectly cooked shrimp, vermicelli noodles, crisp vegetables, and aromatic herbs wrapped in delicate rice paper, served with two irresistible dipping sauces: a tangy Vietnamese fish sauce-based dip and a creamy peanut-sesame ginger sauce.

Ingredients

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Spring Rolls

  • 1 lb Large Shrimp
  • 3 oz Vermicelli Rice Noodles
  • 1/2 Butter Lettuce (15 leaves)
  • 2 Carrots (peeled and julienned)
  • 1/2 English Cucumber julienned (or 3 small cucumbers)
  • 1 cup Cilantro sprigs
  • 15 Round Rice Paper Sheets (8.5” diameter)
  • 1/3 cup water (preferably filtered)

Vietnamese Dipping Sauce

  • 1/4 cup fish sauce (Three Crabs brand recommended)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed from 1 lime)
  • 2 tsp rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp chili garlic sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 large garlic clove (grated or finely minced, or 2 small cloves)
  • 2 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • 1 tbsp shredded carrot

Peanut Dipping Sauce

  • 1 cup sesame ginger dressing (Newman’s Own brand)
  • 2 heaping Tbsp peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Boil Shrimp: Boil the large shrimp according to the boiled shrimp recipe or until cooked through. Immediately transfer the shrimp to an ice water bath to cool. Once cooled, drain and cut the shrimp in half lengthwise to prepare for rolling.
  2. Cook Vermicelli Noodles: Cook the vermicelli rice noodles by boiling according to package instructions until softened but not overcooked. Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Let the noodles drain thoroughly until ready for assembly. Alternatively, boil water, add noodles, turn off heat, and let noodles sit in hot water for 5-7 minutes before draining.
  3. Prepare Vegetables: Julienne the cucumbers and carrots into thin strips. Remove the stiff stems from the butter lettuce leaves and coarsely chop the cilantro sprigs to enhance freshness and flavor in the rolls.
  4. Soften Rice Paper Wrappers: Fill a shallow, wide bowl with very warm/hot filtered water. Submerge one rice paper sheet for 10-15 seconds until it softens and becomes pliable, depending on water temperature. Lay the softened wrapper flat on a clean, slightly damp cutting board for assembly.
  5. Assemble Spring Rolls: Place the prepared lettuce leaves on one half of the wrapper. Add a generous pinch of vermicelli noodles, followed by carrots, cucumber, and cilantro sprigs on top of the lettuce.
  6. Add Shrimp: Arrange the shrimp halves on the second half of the wrapper with the cut-side facing up so they will be visible once rolled.
  7. Roll Spring Rolls: Tightly roll up the side with the lettuce first, folding in the sides securely. Then continue rolling over the shrimp side so the shrimp remain visible on the outside of the roll, creating an attractive presentation.
  8. Store and Serve: Transfer finished spring rolls to a serving platter and cover them with a damp kitchen towel to keep moist and prevent drying. For a refined look, cut the rolls diagonally in half before serving.
  9. Make Vietnamese Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, granulated sugar, lime juice, rice wine vinegar, chili garlic sauce, grated garlic, and shredded carrot. Add sesame oil if desired. Adjust the sugar and chili garlic sauce to taste to balance sweetness, tang, and heat.
  10. Make Peanut Dipping Sauce: In a mason jar or bowl, combine the sesame ginger dressing and peanut butter. Seal and shake or whisk vigorously until smooth and well combined, creating a creamy, flavorful dip.

Notes

  • Do not overcook vermicelli noodles as they will continue to soften after draining.
  • Keep finished spring rolls covered with a damp towel until serving to prevent them from drying out.
  • The shrimp cut-side up placement in rolls makes for an appealing presentation.
  • Adjust sweetness and heat in dipping sauces to personal preference.
  • The rice paper softening time depends on water temperature; avoid soaking too long to prevent tearing.
  • For easier rolling, work on a damp surface and handle wrappers gently.

Keywords: Fresh spring rolls, Vietnamese spring rolls, shrimp spring rolls, vermicelli, rice paper rolls, healthy appetizer, Vietnamese dipping sauce, peanut dipping sauce

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